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- U.S. Virgin Islands – from the Danish West Indies to an American territory · Saint Croix ·
The islands now known as the U.S. Virgin Islands were first inhabited by Arawakan-speaking peoples, possibly as early as 1000 BC, and later by the Kalinago. Christopher Columbus saw them on his second voyage in 1493 and…
- Saint Thomas – Charlotte Amalie and the harbour that made the island · Saint Thomas ·
Saint Thomas owes its character to its deep natural harbour, on which Charlotte Amalie grew into the capital and chief port of the territory. The island was first settled around 1500 BC by the Ciboney, whose sites have …
- Saint John – from Taíno settlement to the sugar plantations of the 1700s · Saint John ·
Petroglyphs and artefacts at Cinnamon Bay show a Taíno presence on Saint John from about 700 to the late fifteenth century. The island was uninhabited when twenty Danish planters crossed from Saint Thomas in 1717 and be…
- Saint Croix – the Twin City island where Columbus landed in 1493 · Saint Croix ·
Columbus came ashore on the island he called Santa Cruz on 14 November 1493 and was met by the Kalinago who lived at Salt River on the north shore; the encounter is recorded as the first fight between Spaniards and a na…
- A swap box for your street · Saint Thomas ·
A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…
- Help with forms and tech · Saint Thomas ·
Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…
- Your first job · Saint Thomas ·
Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…
- Learning to drive: tips and experiences · Saint Thomas ·
A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…
- Favourite season in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands · Saint Thomas ·
Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!
- Local words from Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands · Saint Thomas ·
Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone wh…
- New in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands? Introduce yourself! · Saint Thomas ·
Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands? Tell us where you're from and what you're…
- A listening ear · Saint John ·
Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Saint…
- Language exchange in the neighbourhood · Saint John ·
Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …
- Places for young people in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands · Saint John ·
Where do you actually meet up when you don't want to stay at home all the time? Youth centre, skate park, library or the meadow by the river: every place has its spots. Which hangouts in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands …
- Making your money last · Saint John ·
Your first own money disappears fast if you're not careful. A simple trick: write down everything you spend for one month, and you'll see where it goes. Put a small amount aside at the start of each month before buying …
- What could make Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands even better? · Saint John ·
Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Sha…
- Rainy day – now what? · Saint John ·
Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping aft…
- What's on the table here? · Saint John ·
Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!
- Gardening together · Saint Croix ·
A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …
- Tackling winter together · Saint Croix ·
Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Saint …
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